Operating over a 50 MHz to 2200 MHz frequency range, the ADL5386 supports high-data-rate complex modulation for next-generation communication infrastructure equipment. Functionally complete, the ADL5386 integrates a 25 dB dynamic range output power detector and a VVA (voltage variable attenuator). Together, they form a closed-loop automatic level control (ALC) or AGC, enabling the ADL5386 to accurately set the output power to a user determined level. The ADL5386 provides a complete subsystem within a small footprint, saving considerable board space, component cost and circuit complexity over discrete implementations.

The ADL5386 wideband inputs (DC to 700 MHz) are compatible with the output levels of ADI’s AD977x family of TxDAC+® (transmit digital-to-analog converter) devices. The –7 dBm local oscillator (LO) drive requirement is compatible with ADI’s ADF4360 series of integrated PLL (phase-locked loop) synthesizers. The 2× LO input frequency of the ADL5386 helps to minimize LO pulling in applications where LO isolation and board density are critical.